Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The 34th European Union Film Festival (EUFF) is currently underway in Singapore, running from 23 April to 24 May 2025. This annual event, organized by the European Union Delegation to …
European Film Festival in Singapore is in full swing! Read More
Norwegians and friends of Norway in Thailand are invited to mark this year’s Constitution Day with a special 17 May Dinner, hosted by the Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce (TNCC). The …
TNCC to host 17 May Dinner celebrating 120 years of Thailand–Norway relations Read More
Norwegians in Thailand are invited to celebrate 17 May, Norway’s Constitution Day, at the Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Pattaya. The celebration will take place on Friday 17 May 2025, beginning …
Celebrate Norway’s Constitution Day at the Seamen’s Church in Pattaya Read More
In a recent interview with the Vietnamese government’s online news portal, Sweden’s Ambassador to Vietnam, Johan Ndisi, reflected on the deep and enduring relationship between the two countries—one that began …
Swedish ambassador reflects on Sweden–Vietnam ties 50 years after unification Read More
On May 1, 2025, at Lan Khon Mueang in front of the Bangkok City Hall, representatives from the Thai Migrant Workers’ Union, led by Mr. Phaisanti Jumangwa and Ms. Maliwan …
Berry Pickers submit petition to Labor Minister Pipat Ratchakitprakarn Read More
Throughout May 2025, IKEA Thailand is celebrating the return of its popular Salmon Festival, highlighting sustainable Norwegian seafood through a fusion of Thai and Scandinavian culinary traditions. In collaboration with …
Norwegian salmon festival returns to IKEA Thailand this May Read More
On April 30, a Multi-chambers Networking evening was celebrated at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok in the cozy Stock room. Interestingly, the event was called a Walpurgis/Valborg celebration. Non-Swedish or Non-Finnish guests …
Business networking in Walpurgis style Read More
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong held its Annual General Meeting recently at The Do – WLAB, welcoming members and celebrating achievements within the Swedish business community. During …
Securitas wins SwedCham Hong Kong award Read More
The Norwegian International School (NIS) in Hong Kong recently hosted its annual Sports Day, where students, teachers, and families gathered for a vibrant day of outdoor activities. According to the …
Norwegian School in Hong Kong celebrates Sports Day and 30th anniversary Read More
For Nordic residents in Thailand, May is a month filled with holidays, commemorations, and unique Thai cultural events. While only two official Thai public holidays fall in May (not counting …
Busy May for Nordic people in Thailand Read More
Volvo Cars reported an operating income of SEK 1.9 billion for the first quarter of 2025, down sharply from SEK 4.7 billion in the same quarter last year. The result …
Volvo Cars announces SEK 1.9 billion profit in Q1 and launches cost-saving plan Read More
Swedish-Nigerian Eurodance icon Dr. Alban is set to perform live in Malaysia for the first time this May. The concert will take place at Zepp Kuala Lumpur on Friday 17 …
Swedish musician Dr. Alban to perform in Malaysia for the first time Read More
Mr. Pichet Chuamuangphan, First Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives of Thailand, led on 29 April 2025 a 19-member delegation to meet with Mr. Jussi Halla-aho, Speaker of the …
Thai Parliamentary Delegation Strengthens Ties with Finland Read More
Did you know, that recently the Fika Academy was launched in Sweden? Here is what you need to know about this academy. The Fika Academy will approach fika culture in …
Now there is a Fika Academy?! Read More
Remember when the Danish policymakers were expressing concerns over the country’s falling fertility rates? It’s been a decade since that, and it seems like little to no progress has been …
New Alarm Bells Ring as Young Danes Delay or Forego Parenthood Read More
A special event to commemorate 50 years since Vietnam’s Reunification Day (April 30, 1975 – April 30, 2025) not only honored Vietnam’s historic achievement of national unity after a long …
Vietnam and Sweden: From Shared History to a Future of Enduring Partnership Read More
Meet Jane Kasemsarn, a young, beautiful, and intelligent Thai woman, a devoted Pilates practitioner, a model, and the girlfriend of a young Swedish man. I got to know Jane about …
Mastering Life, Love, Swedish and Pilates Read More
Denmark and Vietnam brought together experts from relevant Vietnamese and Danish authorities regarding sustainable farming practices, with a special focus on organic agriculture. The format was a webinar held on …
Denmark-Vietnam webinar on organic agriculture Read More
The Royal Danish Embassy in Thailand has issued a reminder via Facebook that all Danish citizens entering Thailand from Wednesday 1 May 2025 must complete a new Thailand Digital Arrival …
Denmark’s embassy reminds Danes of new Thailand arrival card Read More
Finnish Ambassador Mikko Kinnunen has officially assumed his role as Finland’s Ambassador to Mongolia. On Monday 21 April 2025, he presented his Letter of Credentials to Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh …
Finnish ambassador presents credentials to president of Mongolia Read More
The Norwegian Business Association Singapore (NBAS) hosted the first NBAS Tech Circle Seminar of 2025 on Wednesday 23 April, focusing on customer-centric innovation and practical strategies for breakthrough solutions. Held …
Norwegian business community explores customer-centric innovation in Singapore Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in the Philippines, in collaboration with the Philippine Department of Transportation and the Anti-Red Tape Authority, is set to co-host a virtual seminar titled “Revitalizing Philippine …
Denmark to co-host virtual seminar on revitalizing Philippine shipbuilding industry Read More
A webinar held on Wednesday 24 April 2025 highlighted the deepening cooperation between Norway and Vietnam in the fields of marine spatial planning (MSP), ocean governance, and sustainable development. Organised …
Norway and Vietnam strengthen partnership on sustainable ocean governance Read More
The Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham) is exploring potential collaboration with Axis Communications, a global leader in network video and security solutions with strong Swedish roots. On Wednesday 23 April …
Thai-Swedish Chamber explores collaboration with Axis Communications in Thailand Read More
The Danish Seamen’s Church in Hong Kong will hold a special service with baptism on Sunday 27 April, which will also be Margith Pedersen’s last service during her current stay …
Margith Pedersen bids farewell – again – at Danish Seamen’s Church in Hong Kong Read More
The Danish Seamen’s Church in Singapore will officially change its royal portrait from Queen Margrethe II to King Frederik X during the upcoming Royal Side Run 2025, held on Saturday …
Danish Church in Singapore to unveil new royal portrait at charity run event Read More
Ambassador of Sweden to Thailand, H.E. Anna Hammargren, met with Thailand’s Minister for Social Development and Human Security, H.E. Varawut Silpa-archa, on Wednesday 23 April 2025, to discuss key social …
Sweden congratulates Thailand on child protection law, strengthens social development ties Read More
Denmark has strengthened its food trade with China through three new export protocols, signed during the visit by Denmark’s Minister for Food, Agriculture and Fisheries, Jacob Jensen, to Beijing 21-22 …
Denmark signs new food export deals with China, boosting access for fish, barley and horse feed Read More
The Danish Church in Thailand has appointed Peter Emil Romhild as its new Chairman following the Annual General Meeting held on Monday 31 March 2025. The decision was made at …
Peter Emil Romhild elected Chairman of the Danish Church in Thailand Read More
The Thai-Nordic Association held its 106th Annual General Meeting at The Royal Bangkok Sports Club on Wednesday, 23 April 2025. The meeting was chaired by former Chairman Leo Alexandersen, who …
TNA elects new Chairman and new members of the board Read More
Thai Airways International is reinforcing its role as a key link between the Nordic region and the Asia-Pacific by offering daily direct flights between Bangkok and Oslo, according to the …
Thai Airways boosts Bangkok–Oslo route as Nordic–Asia-Pacific hub, marks 120 years of Thai–Norwegian ties Read More
A 52-year-old Swedish tourist was found dead in his hotel room in Patong, Phuket, on Tuesday 23 April 2025. The man, identified by police only as Mr Pierre, had been …
Swedish man found dead in hotel room in Phuket Read More
A Norwegian man’s Thai wife was seriously injured after being shot by a former monk in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, on Tuesday 23 April 2025. The attacker, identified as 48-year-old Pongsakorn …
Norwegian man’s wife shot by former monk in Thailand, attacker kills himself Read More
She’s graced magazine covers, walked red carpets, and captured hearts on-screen, but on a warm April afternoon in Bangkok, Praya Lundberg—Thai-Swedish actress, model, and humanitarian—stood before the press with a …
From the spotlight to the shelter: Praya Lundberg’s mission for animals and humanity Read More
The Norwegian Training Center (NTC) marked its 35th anniversary on Thursday 24 April 2025 with a conference and celebration at the Peninsula Manila Hotel, highlighting three and a half decades …
Norwegian Training Center celebrates 35 years of maritime excellence in the Philippines Read More
Many international businesses turn to China for manufacturing due to cost efficiency and production infrastructure. However, managing operations overseas can raise challenges for maintaining a strong U.S. presence. How can …
Running Manufacturing in China While Maintaining U.S. Market Presence Read More
Representatives of the Migrant Workers’ Union of Thailand — led by Coordinator and Educator Oranuch Pholpinyoh, Secretary Maliwan Athanu, and Treasurer Sailom Suwanta — held on March 27, 2025 a …
Berry pickers refute Labour Minister Suchart Chomklin’s claims: Over 4,000 affected, not just 30 Read More
In response to Thailand’s growing cashless society, IKEA has announced it will stop accepting cash payments at some of its stores, effective April 21, 2025. Social media users have shared …
IKEA Announces It Will No Longer Accept Cash Starting April 21, 2025 Read More
Swedish-Thai actress Praya Lundberg, known internationally for her role in White Lotus, will unveil a new campaign with PETA tomorrow, Thursday 24 April 2025, at the Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel in …
Praya Lundberg teams up with PETA to promote pet adoption in Bangkok Read More
By St Andrews Bangkok How many times do you get to the end of a page in a book, or a work document, and realised you cannot remember a word …
INSIGHT | Metacognition Read More
Malaysian-Norwegian singer, DJ, and creative director Merete Mei-Jin Noer — previously featured on ScandAsia as Miraculous Mera — has returned to Southeast Asia to film and promote her upcoming single …
Meramanja brings Nordic-Asian rhythm to Malaysia with new single ‘Lari’ Read More
On the sidelines of the 4th Summit of the Partnering for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G) Forum, held on April 16 at the National Convention Center in …
Denmark and Vietnam Strengthen Green Strategic Partnership Read More
So, another Easter has passed. I remember Easter when I was young and how incredibly boring and gloomy it felt, except for Easter Saturday when we received candy-filled Easter eggs …
Joint Nordic service in Bangkok brings light and laughter to Easter Sunday Read More
Sweden has pledged USD 12.7 million in humanitarian assistance to support more than a million Rohingya refugees from Myanmar and vulnerable host communities in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. According to the …
Sweden boosts aid to Rohingya refugees Read More
Danish brewer Carlsberg is stepping up its efforts in Myanmar’s beer market, where international players are gaining ground amid shifting consumer preferences following the 2021 military coup. According to a …
Carlsberg expands presence in Myanmar beer market Read More
The Chinese leader’s recent tour of Cambodia, Malaysia, and Vietnam is seen by a Swedish expert as a diplomatic success for Beijing in the wake of new US tariffs. “The …
Swedish scholar sees Xi’s Southeast Asia tour as win for China’s image as stable partner Read More
On Wednesday 17 April 2025, Danish shipping company Norden and its Chinese partner Baosheng HK celebrated the start of construction on a new multipurpose cargo vessel (MPP) with a ceremonial …
Norden marks construction milestone for new multipurpose vessel in China Read More
At the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2025, over 1,000 delegates from more than 60 countries and regions convened to discuss openness and investment in the Hainan Free …
Norwegian professor highlights business potential of Hainan at Boao Forum Read More
Danish companies are among the early foreign investors expressing serious interest in the new Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), with particular focus on the medical and pharmaceutical sectors, according to …
Danish firms eye Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone for investments Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Kuala Lumpur is looking to hire a new Communication & Branding Officer to help promote Sweden’s innovation, trade, and culture in Malaysia. According to the …
Swedish embassy in Malaysia is hiring communication officer Read More